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sonnets from the singlish is a collection of 44 poems on love, language and the pursuit of laughter. the poems are loosely translated from the english-based creole language colloquially spoken in singapore, widely known as singlish.
the poems were originally composed in the sonnet form, an archaic italian fourteen-line rhyming verse form that follows the rhythmic rules of iambic pentameter. people still write like this primarily for ease of formatting. they are most tolerable when read out loudly in a singaporean accent.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Humorous singlish sonnets exploring love and language.
Who is this book for?
If you enjoy playful poetry with a local flavor, this collection of singlish sonnets is a delightful read. It captures Singaporean culture and humor through the classic form of the sonnet, making it both amusing and uniquely charming especially when enjoyed aloud. A perfect pick for anyone looking to see language and love expressed with a distinctly Singaporean twist.
